2026 Ball State Football Odds and Schedule

Odds updated as of 6:49 a.m.

The Ball State Cardinals are 1-5 so far in 2026. Check out their full schedule and results below.

Ball State 2026 Schedule

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Ball State Last Game

The Cardinals matched up with the Northwestern Wildcats in their most recent game, falling 45-14. Keldric Luster threw for 209 yards, with one touchdown and one interception on 27-of-41 passing (65.9%) for the Cardinals in that game versus the Wildcats. Johnny Thompson Jr. toted the rock seven times for 15 yards (2.1 yards per carry). He also had four receptions for 20 yards. Jabari Smith Jr. led the receiving charge against the Wildcats, hauling in seven passes for 64 yards.

Ball State Betting Insights

• Ball State has been the moneyline favorite just one other time so far this season, a game they won.
• The Cardinals have been listed as the moneyline favorite only one other time so far this season, a game they won.

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